Compassionate Dietary Assistant (Food Service)

VIVO Healthcare; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivo Healthcare is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support all food functions under policy guidelines. The role involves reading and following instructions, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with meal trays and dining areas to ensure safe, quality food service for residents.

Ideal candidates will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly in English, and adapt to evolving procedures while upholding safety and health standards.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of duties in food service areas.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm with residents.
• Willingness to adopt new methods and principles into food practices.
• Must not pose a direct threat to health or safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and serving in accordance with policies.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, and dining room as instructed.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Prepare food in sanitary conditions following established procedures.
• Follow infection control precautions during daily tasks.
• Assist in maintaining clean and organized storage and work areas.
• Assist in evacuations during emergencies if needed.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Independent decision-making

Tactful communication

Follow oral and written instructions

Sanitation and safety

Patience and empathy

Adaptability to new methods

Team collaboration

Education

8th grade education

Job description

Vivo Healthcare is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support all food functions under policy guidelines. The role involves reading and following instructions, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with meal trays and dining areas to ensure safe, quality food service for residents.

Ideal candidates will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate clearly in English, and adapt to evolving procedures while upholding safety and health standards.